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Since 1910, Yawkey Club of Roxbury has built a legacy of groundbreaking youth programming for young people in Roxbury and surrounding neighborhoods. Once named The Roxbury Boys Club, the Club merged with our Charlestown Club in 1925 to become Boys Clubs of Boston, a rapidly growing, wide-reaching organization which created stronger programming and better opportunities for youth. To this day, community partnership and collaboration remains a priority for Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston.

In 2006, the Club completed an $8 million renovation and expansion to accommodate its growing membership, and was renamed Yawkey Club of Roxbury in recognition of the Yawkey Foundation’s generous and longstanding commitment to Roxbury’s youth. Under the leadership of Executive Director Andrea Swain, a Roxbury Club alum, Yawkey Club of Roxbury serves more than 1,100 members annually through its trademark programs—everything from travelling swim team and annual member art festivals to a dedicated College Pathways Manager advises teens and alumni on applications, test taking, obtaining degrees, and more.

Opened in 2014 in a renovated Boston Public Library, Josh Kraft Mattapan Teen Center is Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston’s premiere model for teen programming and outreach, and the organization’s only site dedicated to programming for members ages 13-18. Led by Director Rick Aggeler, the Club has become a hub for young adults to gain mentorship, friendships, and career pathways. As the former Director of Operations at Berkshire Partners Blue Hill Club, Aggeler used his music background to launch the music program into a hallmark program area across our sites. Josh Kraft Mattapan Teen Center boasts state-of-the-art recording studios, instruments, and private lessons in addition to tutoring, fashion design club, career advice, and more.

Berkshire Partners Blue Hill Club, a cornerstone in Dorchester since 1995, serves a diverse membership of over 550 youth annually. Its 30,000 square foot facility was strategically located at the corner of Blue Hill and Talbot Avenues, an area that has historically experienced higher levels of violence. Its state-of-the-art technology, fitness, and creative arts equipment underscores the Club’s commitment to nurturing academic excellence, personal wellness, and workforce readiness. The Club also serves as a key convening location in the community and is frequently used as a gathering space for churches and city events outside of operating hours.

Since 1993, the Gerald and Darlene Jordan Club located in Chelsea has served 700 members annually, 78% of whom are Hispanic/Latino. The Club operates in partnership with corporate and community leaders as the centerpiece of the city’s pipeline for youth development and success. Originally operating out of the basement of a housing development, it is now a state-of-the-art standalone facility which features an Olympic-sized pool, basketball court, music recording studio, and performing arts center. Members enjoy creative and impactful program ideas including themed Fun Fridays and Chef’s Club.

Rooted in Boston since 1893, the Charlestown Club is one of the first Clubs in the country. What started out as a single room above a grocery store serving 38 boys has grown into an operation consisting of two separate buildings connected by an underground tunnel. Featuring a pool, indoor basketball court, and technology center, the Charlestown Club now serves more than 900 young people annually. Only one square mile, Charlestown is home to one of the largest housing projects in the city and some of the wealthiest individuals in Boston, with residents unified around the Club’s mission. Staff are universally known and recognized across the community, a majority of whom are Club alumni returning to the place that impacted them to serve the next generation in the same way.

Since 2010, Orchard Gardens Club has worked closely with local businesses, athletes, and community leaders to offer innovative programs and unforgettable experiences to over 200 members annually. Located in the heart of the Orchard Gardens community in Roxbury, the Club has close ties to the nearby Orchard Gardens K-8 School and housing development of the same name. Renowned for its creative approach to connecting youth with mentors and providing opportunities to learn and grow, Orchard Gardens also boasts the best basketball team in Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston’s network.

The Franklin Hill Club, opened in 2009, is dedicated to extending BGCB’s impact into the Franklin Hill Housing Development and beyond. Offering a range of holistic programs, from academic support to gardening classes, the Club exemplifies BGCB’s commitment to reaching and enriching the lives of youth in every corner of the community. With 70 young people attending each year, the Club’s reach extends beyond those who attend. Its partnership with Fresh Truck provides regular opportunities for surrounding families and community members to access healthy and affordable produce.

Established in 1938 and renovated in 2015, the Edgerley Family South Boston Club continues to be a vital community hub serving 550 young people each year. Having served generations of South Boston families, this Club is a testament to enduring community traditions. The Club engages corporate and political leaders through its roster of highly anticipated annual events, especially around St. Patrick’s Day. The space is highlighted by a pool and a state-of-the-art music and performing arts center.